Social Work Degree

The social work program at Seton Hill University prepares students for careers as an adolescent specialist, child and family social worker, healthcare social worker, mental health and substance abuse social worker, and more. The program focuses on social welfare administration and counseling, as well as studying organized means of providing basic support services for vulnerable individuals and groups. Program courses include: social welfare policy, case work planning, social counseling and intervention strategies, and administrative procedures and regulations. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer social work degrees.

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Seton Hill University

800 Linden Street, Scranton, PA

Seton Hill University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Greensburg, PA, which is a predominantly suburban area.

The university's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Enrollment at Seton Hill University is nearly two thousand yearly.

Students may choose from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• English Language And Literature
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions
• History
• Education

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1340 to 1680 on the SAT and between 19 to 26 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. Roughly 70% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 27% of those admitted choosing to enroll.  Detailed admissions information can be found by reaching out to the school or by requesting information here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $31,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons and as such students should use the school's net price calculator to identify total cost to attend as both an undergraduate and graduate student. Students at Seton Hill University may qualify for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Seton Hill University "Griffins" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the Seton Hill University website to see a complete list of academic programs offered, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Social Work Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Seton Hill University offers a bachelor's degree program in social work.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Social and Community Service Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, social and community service managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton, PA
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.72
  • Average Annual Salary: $59740

Marriage and Family Therapists

Description

Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, marriage and family therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.8% from 2014 to 2024

Counselors, All Other

Description

All counselors not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, counselors, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.0% from 2014 to 2024

Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Description

Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, child, family, and school social workers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton, PA
  • Total Employment: 550
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.75
  • Average Annual Salary: $36920

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).